Kreta (Crete) was the centre of Europe's most ancient
civilization, the Minoan, referred to often as the 'cradle' of European
civilization .Today, Crete is one of the most popular holiday destinations in
Greece and its tourism infrastructure caters to all tastes. Visitors can arrive
at the island through two international airports in Heraklion and Hania, or by
boat to the ports of Crete's major cities,
Heraklion,
Hania,
Rethymno and
Agios Nikolaos.